Frequently Asked Questions

GENERAL TARGARD QUESTIONS

Do TarGard Filters really work?

Indeed they do! We’ve been producing cigarette filters for loyal, satisfied customer in the United States and abroad for over 50 years. If you want proof that TarGard filters will work hard for you, simply look inside any used filter for proof!

How can I place a TarGard Order?

There are several ways to place an order with us and have TarGard products shipped directly to your home.
1. You can order from us online by visiting www.Targard.com. Our site accepts credit cards, debit cards, and PayPal.
2. You can print off an order form from our web site and mail it in with a personal check or money order.
3. You can call our customer care team at 1-800-968-0104 and place your order over the phone, using a credit card or debit card.

Where are TarGard products made?

TarGard is proud to be the top-selling brand of cigarette filters in the United States. We are a small, family-owned and operated business based in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan. A few of our products are imported from China. Others are assembled and packaged here in the USA, using raw goods produced both here and overseas.

What are your cigarette filters made of?

Our Original Disposable Filter mouthpieces are made out of BPA-free, Phthalate-free ABS plastic, while the white end tip is made of BPA-free, Phthalate-free Polystyrene.
Our popular Mini Filters are made entirely of BPA-free, Phthalate-free ABS.
Our Permanent Cigarette Filter uses BPA-free, Phthalate-free ABS plastic for the filter mouthpiece and body. The gold-colored metal insert is made of anodized aluminum.

Are your cigarette filters BPA-free?

Yes. All TarGard cigarette filters are BPA-free and Phthalate-free.

Do any of your TarGard Filters fit slim cigarettes?

TarGard’s convenient, affordable “Universal Slim Cigarette Adapters” allow smokers to use any TarGard filter with their slim cigarettes like Misty Slims or Virginia Slims (diameter = 7.3mm). Please note that we do not offer a filter solution for super slim cigarettes.

Do you still offer the TarGard Cartridge Filter System?

Due to skyrocketing production costs, we made the difficult decision a few years ago to stop producing our Cartridge Cigarette Filter and its convenient filter refills. Since then, we have sold all remaining inventory, and no longer offer either product.

What should I do if I’m not happy with my TarGard product?

At TarGard, we’re dedicated to exceptional customer service. We proudly stand behind all of the products we offer, and we promise to work with you to address any questions or concerns. Your satisfaction is our goal! If you feel a purchase has not lived up to your expectations or you are unhappy with it for any reason, please contact us directly and we’ll help find a better solution for you!

Do you have any active coupons or promotions right now?

At TarGard, we are pleased to offer competitive product pricing and free shipping on orders over $50. From time to time, we occasionally run sales and email coupons, which can be found here. To keep up to date on our latest discount offers, sign up for our newsletter. We will send you a coupon code for 15% off your first order, and alert you to all new offers as they come up! You can also follow us on Facebook to stay informed about discount offers and sale events.

How can I sign up for your newsletter?

Signing up for TarGard’s e-mail newsletter is easy! Simply enter your email address in the “Subscribe & Save” input box at the bottom of the Targard.com home page. As a special Welcome Gift, we will send you a coupon code for 15% off your first order.

QUESTIONS ABOUT TARGARD ORIGINAL DISPOSABLE FILTERS

What kind of cigarettes/smoking products can I use this filter with?

TarGard’s Original Disposable Cigarette Filters are designed to fit standard U.S. cigarettes, which have a diameter of roughly 7.5mm. Other smoking products such as cigarillos, hand-rolled cigarettes, Medwakh pipes, etc. may work with your TarGard filter, but we can’t promise you a reliable fit since the diameter of those other smoking products can vary significantly.

Do these things really work?

Yes! The proof is right there in every used TarGard Cigarette Filter, as well as in the countless positive reviews shared by loyal TarGard users online. Thousands of our most loyal customers have been smoking with TarGards for decades!

Where are these filters manufactured?

TarGard is a small, family-owned and operated business based in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan. Our Disposable Cigarette Filters are assembled and packaged here in the USA, using raw goods produced in China.

How much tar/nicotine do your filters remove from cigarette smoke?

Unfortunately, due to strict FDA regulations governing the sale of cigarette filters, we are unable to make any specific claims regarding how effective our filters are at removing tar or nicotine from cigarette smoke. That said, we encourage you to form your own opinions about the value/effectiveness of our filters based on personal experience. Just look inside one of your used TarGard filters and decide for yourself if it’s working!

How many cigarettes can I smoke with one of these filters before I have to throw it away?

Our Original Disposable filters are designed to be used for more than one cigarette. How many you smoke before replacing your filter will depend on a number of factors, including the brand of cigarettes you smoke and your own personal smoking style. Long-time TarGard customers report smoking an average of 6-8 cigarettes per Original Disposable Filter, although some have reported smoking up to 12.

What do I do if some of my filters don’t work/appear broken or poorly formed?

At TarGard, we’re dedicated to exceptional customer service. We proudly stand behind all of the products we offer, and we promise to work with you to address any questions or concerns. If you feel a purchase has not lived up to your expectations or you are unhappy with it for any reason, please contact us directly and we can help find a better solution for you!

Do these filters simply slide over the end of my cigarette? The white end of the filter looks threaded.

Yes, to use simply slide your cigarette into the open end of your TarGard Disposable filter. Those ridges you see are on the outside surface of the filter only – they are there to help you grip the filter during normal use.

Will your filters help limit nicotine stains on my fingers?

Yes. TarGard Filters allow you to smoke without making direct contact with the filtered end of your cigarette. TarGard users consistently share with us that this reduces fingertip staining over time.

Will your filters help my fingers smell less like cigarettes?

Yes. Using a TarGard Original Disposable Filter will allow you to keep your fingers much further away from your lit cigarette, significantly reducing direct contact with your smoke. Loyal TarGard users often mention reduced odor on their hands as a benefit of using TarGard products.

Can I use these filters with non-filtered cigarettes?

It will depend on the diameter of the cigarette you are smoking. To work reliably, TarGard filters must fit snugly. This means your unfiltered cigarette will need to be very close to the US standard diameter of 7.5mm.

What are the dimensions of this filter product?

Our Original Disposable Cigarette Filter is 2.25 inches long and .25 inches wide at the mouthpiece end. The internal diameter of the open filter end is .3125 inches (*7.5mm).

Do these Original Disposables fit slim cigarettes?

TarGard proudly offers a Universal Slim Adapter that allows slim cigarette smokers to use any style of TarGard Cigarette Filter. You simply slide the Adapter into the open end of any TarGard filter style, then insert your Misty Slim, Virginia Slim or similar slim cigarette into the Adapter opening. Please note – TarGard Universal Slim Adapters will NOT work with “super slim” cigarette styles.

What material(s) is this filter made out of?

TarGard Original Disposable Filter mouthpieces are made out of high-quality, impact-resistant, BPA-free, Phthalate-free ABS plastic. The white filter end tip is made of Polystyrene.

Are Original Disposable filters recyclable?

Unfortunately, no. While the ABS plastic used in our mouthpieces is classified as a #7 recyclable plastic (“Other”), our white Polystyrene end tips are not recyclable via curbside pick up.

Is this filter designed to be cleaned and reused?

TarGard’s Original Disposable Cigarette Filters are designed to be used for approximately 6-8 cigarettes or more, then disposed of once the filter chamber as filled with trapped material. It is not designed to be disassembled and cleaned.

QUESTIONS ABOUT TARGARD’S DISPOSABLE MINI FILTERS

Do these Mini Filters work as well as your longer Original Disposable Filters?

All TarGard Cigarette Filters have been proven to work effectively. Our Mini Filters are most popular with smokers who prefer a smaller, more discreet filter option when smoking standard-sized (US) cigarettes. Mini Filters can be used for roughly 3-5 cigarettes before it’s time to dispose of the filter and grab a new one (*many loyal TarGard smokers report smoking up to 8 cigarettes before switching to a new Mini!). Our longer Original Disposable filters, on the other hand, are much easier to “spot” during use, but they can be used for 6-8 cigarettes (avg.) before disposal.

What kind of cigarettes/smoking products can I use this filter with?

TarGard’s popular Mini Filters are designed to fit standard U.S. cigarettes, which have a diameter of roughly 7.5mm. Other smoking products such as cigarillos, hand-rolled cigarettes, Medwakh pipes, etc. may work with our Mini Filters, but we can’t promise you a reliable fit since the diameter of those other smoking products can vary significantly.

Do these things really work?

Where are these filters manufactured?

TarGard is a small, family-owned and operated business based in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan. Our Mini Cigarette Filters are packaged here in the USA, using raw goods produced in China.

How much tar/nicotine do your filters remove from cigarette smoke?

How many cigarettes can I smoke with one of these Mini Filters before I have to throw it away?

Our popular Mini filters are designed to be used for more than one cigarette. How many you smoke before replacing your filter will depend on a number of factors, including the brand of cigarettes you smoke and your own personal smoking style. Long-time TarGard customers report smoking an average of 3-5 cigarettes per Mini Filter, although some have reported smoking up to 8.

What do I do if some of my filters don’t work/appear broken or poorly formed?

At TarGard, we’re dedicated to exceptional customer service. We proudly stand behind all of the products we offer, and we promise to work with you to address any questions or concerns. If you feel a purchase has not lived up to your expectations or you are unhappy with it for any reason, please contact us directly and we can help find a better solution for you!

Do these filters simply slide over the end of my cigarette?

Yes, to use your TarGard Mini Filter, simply slide your US standard-sized cigarette into the open end and make sure it is seated snugly.

Will your filters help limit nicotine stains on my fingers?

Yes. TarGard Filters allow you to smoke without making direct contact with the filtered end of your cigarette. TarGard users consistently share with us that this reduces finger tip staining over time.

Will your filters help my fingers smell less like cigarettes?

Yes. Using a TarGard Mini Filter will allow you to keep your fingers further away from your lit cigarette, significantly reducing your direct contact with smoke. Loyal TarGard users often mention reduced odor on their hands as a benefit of using TarGard products.

Can I use these filters with non-filtered cigarettes?

What are the dimensions of this filter product?

Our Mini Filters are just over 1 inch long and .3125 inches wide at the mouthpiece end. The internal diameter of the open filter end is also .3125 inches (*7.5mm).

Do TarGard Mini Filters work with slim cigarettes?

TarGard proudly offers a Universal Slim Adapter that allows slim cigarette smokers to use any style of TarGard Cigarette Filter. Simply slide an affordable Slim Adapter into the open end of any TarGard filter style, then insert your Misty Slim, Virginia Slim or similar slim cigarette into the Adapter opening. Please note – TarGard Universal Slim Adapters will NOT work with “super slim” cigarette styles.

What material(s) is this filter made out of?

TarGard Mini Filters are made out of high-quality, impact-resistant, BPA-free, Phthalate-free ABS plastic.

Are TarGard Mini Filters recyclable?

Yes. ABS plastic is classified as a #7 recyclable plastic (“Other”).

Is this filter designed to be cleaned and reused?

TarGard’s Mini Cigarette Filters are designed to be used for approximately 3-5 cigarettes, then disposed of once the filter chamber as filled with trapped material. They are not designed to be disassembled and cleaned.

QUESTIONS ABOUT TARGARD’S PERMANENT FILTER SYSTEM

What makes your Permanent Filter different from your other filter styles?

The Permanent Filter system is TarGard’s only cleanable, re-usable cigarette filter. With proper care and maintenance, our Permanent Filter can last indefinitely – hence the name! All you have to do is pause to clean out your filter after roughly 10-20 cigarettes. We offer special cleaning brushes to make the cleaning process easy, as well as replacement o-rings to help your filter maintain a proper air-tight seal. With a little time and elbow grease, the Permanent Filter System could be the last cigarette filter you ever need to purchase!

Does the Permanent Filter System work as well as your other disposable Filters?

Yes. All of our filter styles have been proven over decades of use to perform reliably. Remember – the proof is right there in every filter you use!

Is my TarGard Permanent Filter System easy to clean?

In a word,… yes! We provide clear instructions on every package, and online we share tips and tricks from loyal TarGard customers who have smoked with the Permanent Filter for years. Cleaning only takes a few seconds, and if you’re worried about having to clean your filter while you’re out in public, do what so many of our other customers do and simply keep an affordable back up system on hand that you can use until you have time to clean.

What is the recommended cleaning process?

Twist the mouthpiece and the metal insert in opposing directions while pulling them apart.
Once apart, clean both using a cotton swab and hot soapy water. The tar is very sticky, so rubbing alcohol usually helps speed up the process.
Make sure the airway is completely clear.
Allow the filter to completely dry before using it again.
Reassemble the filter, and enjoy!

What kind of cigarettes/smoking products can I use this filter with?

TarGard’s Permanent Filter System is designed for use with standard U.S. cigarettes, which have a diameter of roughly 7.5mm. Other smoking products such as cigarillos, hand-rolled cigarettes, Medwakh pipes, etc. may work with our Permanent Filter, but we can’t promise you a reliable fit since the diameter of those other smoking products can vary significantly.

Do these things really work?

Where are these filters manufactured?

TarGard is a small, family-owned and operated business based in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan. Our Permanent Cigarette Filters are assembled packaged here in the USA, using raw goods produced in China.

How much tar/nicotine do your filters remove from cigarette smoke?

How many cigarettes can I smoke with a Permanent Filter before I have to throw it away?

This is what makes the TarGard Permanent Filter system such a great value! With proper care and maintenance, your new Permanent Filter can be used for years and years.

What do I do if my Permanent Filter doesn’t work/appears broken or poorly formed?

At TarGard, we’re dedicated to exceptional customer service. We proudly stand behind all of the products we offer, and we promise to work with you to address any questions or concerns. If you feel a purchase has not lived up to your expectations or you are unhappy with it for any reason, please contact us directly and we can help find a better solution for you!

Does this filter simply slide over the end of my cigarette?

Yes, to use your TarGard Permanent Filter, simply slide your cigarette into the open end and make sure it is seated snugly.

Will this filter help limit nicotine stains on my fingers?

Can this filter help my fingers smell less like cigarettes?

Yes. Using a TarGard Permanent Filter will allow you to keep your fingers further away from your lit cigarette, significantly reducing your direct contact with smoke. Loyal TarGard users often mention reduced odor on their hands as a benefit of using TarGard products.

Can I use this filter with non-filtered cigarettes?

What are the dimensions of this filter product?

Our Permanent Filters are 2.25 inches long and .25 inches wide at the mouthpiece end. The internal diameter of the open filter end is .3125 inches (*7.5mm). .

Does the TarGard Permanent Filter System work with slim cigarettes?

TarGard proudly offers a Universal Slim Adapter that allows slim cigarette smokers to use any style of TarGard Cigarette Filter. Simply slide an affordable Slim Adapter into the open end of any TarGard filter style, then insert your Misty Slim, Virginia Slim or similar slim cigarette into the Adapter opening. Please note – TarGard Universal Slim Adapters do NOT work with “super slim” cigarette styles.

What material(s) is this filter made out of?

TarGard Permanent Filter mouthpieces are made out of high-quality, impact-resistant, BPA-free ABS plastic. The gold-colored metal insert is made of anodized aluminum.

Are TarGard Permanent Filters recyclable?

Technically, yes. But the filter will need to be disassembled first and cleaned prior to recycling. ABS plastic is classified as a #7 recyclable plastic (“Other”). Aluminum is also recyclable via curbside recycling in most areas of the US.